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Chapters: 00:00:00 - Toxic Relationship Behaviors 00:04:16 - Cognitive and Environmental Boundary Violations 00:08:22 - Boundaries and Communication 00:12:36 - Toxic Forms of Jealousy 00:16:40 - The Motivation Behind Lying 00:20:58 - Tips for Being More Other-Centered 00:25:16 - Communication Styles and their Consequences 00:29:12 - The Consequences of Blaming and Victimhood 00:33:33 - The Function of Superiority and Judgmentalism 00:37:54 - Developing Healthier Relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Brain Vagus Nerve HP Axes and Neurotransmitters 00:05:02 - The Physiology of Stress and Inflammation 00:10:29 - The Role of the Amygdala and Risk Management 00:15:47 - The Gut Microbiome and Mental Health 00:20:41 - The Role of the HPA Axis in the Stress Response System 00:26:24 - The HPT Axis and Hypothyroidism 00:32:03 - The Effects of Trauma and HPA Axis Dysfunction 00:37:28 - The Role of Neurotransmitters and Hormones in Mood 00:43:01 - Neurochemicals and their Effects on Mental Health 00:48:43 - Exploring the Connection between Body and Mind Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Impact of Attitude on Health and Mood 00:02:42 - The Power of a Hardy Attitude 00:05:16 - The Relationship between Hardy Attitudes and Nutrition 00:07:51 - Developing Cognitive Resilience 00:10:11 - Cognitive Flexibility and Improvisation 00:12:46 - The Power of Hardy Attitudes 00:15:12 - Focusing on the Strengths in Relationships 00:17:46 - Focusing on Gratitude and Embracing Dialectics 00:20:25 - Focusing on What You Can Control 00:23:04 - Impact on Health and Relationships Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to the Endocannabinoid System 00:02:47 - The interaction of the endocannabinoid system with other systems 00:05:31 - The Endocannabinoid System and Receptors 00:08:25 - The Role of CB2 Receptors in Reducing Inflammation 00:11:46 - The effects of cannabinoids on hunger and mood 00:14:34 - The Effects of Exogenous Cannabinoids on Reproductive System and Mood 00:17:31 - The Role of the Endocannabinoid System in Memory Regulation 00:20:50 - Dysregulation in the System and Social Reward 00:23:48 - The Endocannabinoid System and Potential Treatment Targets 00:26:55 - The Impact of Omega-3 on Stress Reduction Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to icbt and the limitations of icbt apps 00:02:44 - Coping with Anxiety and Depression Symptoms 00:05:34 - Recognizing Signs of Distress and Rewiring Your Thoughts 00:08:19 - Recognizing Signs of Distress 00:10:59 - Practicing Distress Tolerance Skills 00:13:57 - Identifying Cognitive Distortions 00:16:33 - Reframing Distorted Thoughts 00:19:28 - Challenging Distorted Thinking Patterns 00:22:01 - Exploring Prior Experiences and Beliefs 00:24:50 - Using Apps vs Applying the Rewire Approach Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Symptoms of Abandonment Anxiety and Insecure Attachment 00:03:06 - Understanding Splitting and Clinging Behavior in Relationships 00:06:22 - Communication and Love Languages for Abandonment Anxiety 00:09:57 - Abandonment Anxiety and Dysregulation 00:13:36 - The Stress Response System and Abandonment Anxiety 00:17:06 - Controlling Behaviors and Feeling Safe 00:20:55 - Setting Boundaries in Relationships 00:24:19 - Projection, suspicion, and abandonment anxiety 00:27:57 - Supporting Someone with Abandonment Anxiety 00:31:29 - Relationship Support for Caregivers and Loved Ones Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Grief, Loss, and Trauma: Understanding the Connection 00:07:19 - The Impact of Inflammation on Pain Tolerance and Sleep 00:14:19 - Managing Anxiety and Grief 00:21:05 - Understanding Behavior as Communication 00:28:06 - Triggers and Grief during the Holidays 00:34:56 - Coping with Triggers During the Holidays 00:42:02 - Coping with Stress During the Holidays 00:48:41 - Allowing for Feelings and Seeking Help 00:55:16 - coping with holiday triggers 01:01:47 - Dealing with Triggers and Stressors Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Coping with Holiday Stress and Triggers 00:02:38 - Signs of Relapse During the Holidays 00:05:21 - The Effects of Substance Use on the Body 00:07:47 - Practicing Mindfulness During the Holidays 00:10:15 - Developing Tools for a Positive Mindset 00:12:49 - Dealing with Cravings and Longings 00:15:27 - Potential Triggers in Old Places 00:18:08 - Preparing for the Holiday Season 00:20:35 - Dealing with Loneliness and Unacceptance 00:23:17 - Finding Meaning in the Present Moment 00:25:41 - Coping with Grief and Stress during the Holidays 00:28:24 - Safeguarding Your Power and Coping Strategies 00:31:13 - Managing Triggers During the Holidays 00:33:54 - Finding Joy in Giving to Others During the Holidays 00:36:27 - Finding Comfort in Community 00:39:09 - Mindful Eating Strategies for Holiday Gatherings 00:41:46 - Coping with Holiday Triggers 00:44:14 - Taking care of mental health during the holidays 00:46:54 - Finding Free Activities for the Holidays 00:49:23 - Supporting Mental Health During

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Being in a Relationship with PTSD or CPTSD 00:03:37 - Withdrawal and Isolation 00:06:55 - Helping Others through Traumatic Experiences 00:10:06 - Accommodating Hyper Vigilance 00:13:46 - Helping People with Trauma and Sleep Difficulties 00:17:09 - The Impact of Traumatic Injury on Attitudes and Perceptions 00:20:14 - Understanding Numbing and Dysregulation in Trauma 00:23:43 - Compassion for the Exhausted 00:27:26 - Supporting People with Trauma 00:30:48 - Impact of Loved Ones' Mental Health on Yourself Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Life Lessons from Plants 00:01:12 - The Power of Nurturing Small Ideas 00:02:29 - Meeting Plant Nutritional Needs 00:03:36 - Meeting Individual Needs for Growth and Development 00:04:47 - The Importance of Individual Characteristics and Micro Systems 00:06:02 - Adapting to Our Environments 00:07:11 - Adapting to Changes in the Economy, Politics, and Social Media 00:08:24 - Adaptation and Efficiency in Plants 00:09:34 - The Importance of Circadian Rhythms in Sleep and Health 00:10:39 - The Importance of Solid Friendships and Health 00:11:52 - The Impact of Mood on Those Around You 00:13:01 - The Purpose of Weeds in the Garden 00:14:12 - Choking out Biodiversity 00:15:18 - The Importance of Mutualism in Plant Growth 00:16:26 - Taking Advantage of Different Levels of Soil Structure 00:17:45 - Adapting to Different Environments 00:18:59 - The Effects of Daylight on Plant Growth 00:20:08 - Adapting to Survive: Lessons from Plants 00:21:20 - Support the Channel 00:22:26 - Pruning Weaknesses and

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Being in a Relationship with Someone with Generalized Anxiety 00:00:49 - Coping with Generalized Anxiety 00:01:55 - Symptoms and Support for Generalized Anxiety 00:03:04 - Understanding Generalized Anxiety Disorder 00:04:09 - Identifying Triggers for Worry 00:05:13 - Managing Anxiety and Vulnerabilities in Different Settings 00:06:19 - Understanding Irritability and Mental Awareness 00:07:33 - Addressing Poor Sleep Hygiene 00:08:27 - Strategies for better sleep 00:09:37 - The Fight or Flight Response and Vulnerability to Threats 00:10:43 - The Impact of Poor Sleep on Exhaustion 00:11:48 - Restlessness and Anxiety 00:12:53 - Managing Anxiety Triggers and Symptoms 00:13:59 - Symptoms of Persistent Anxiety 00:15:05 - The Effects of Anxiety on Physical Health 00:16:17 - Managing Pain and Stress 00:17:21 - Helpful Strategies for Better Focus and Productivity 00:18:27 - Gut Microbiome and Upset Stomach from Anxiety 00:19:35 - Supporting Your Loved One with Anxiety 00:20:41 - Managing Anxiety an

Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Hypothalamic Pituitary Gonadal Axis and Mental Health 00:02:26 - The Role of HPA Axis and HPG Axis in Affective Disorders 00:05:03 - The Impact of Gonadal Hormones on Reproductive Organs 00:07:32 - The Impact of Caregivers on Child Development 00:09:59 - The Effects of Estrogen and Testosterone on the Body 00:12:30 - The Effects of Hormones on Sexual Behavior 00:15:08 - Progesterone and Cortisol in Chronic Stress 00:17:45 - The effects of hormones on anxiety 00:20:24 - The Dangers of Over-The-Counter DHEA 00:23:00 - The Relationship Between the HPG and the HPA Axes 00:25:37 - The Connection between PCOS and Depression 00:28:23 - The Impact of Stress on Hormonal Regulation 00:31:06 - The Role of the Endocrine System in Neurocognitive Issues 00:33:43 - Addressing the underlying issues contributing to cognitive dysfunction 00:36:19 - Dysfunction in the HPA Axis and PCOS 00:38:49 - The Impact of Stress on Neuroprotective Hormones 00:41:29 - Effects of Stress on Hormone Levels 00:44:10 - T

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Being in a relationship with someone who has ADHD 00:01:45 - Symptoms of ADHD: Hyper Focus and Emotional Dysregulation 00:03:33 - Hyper Focus and ADHD 00:05:12 - Breaking Hyper Focus 00:06:44 - Addressing rejection and frustration with ADHD symptoms 00:08:32 - Hyper vigilance and rejection sensitivity in ADHD 00:10:20 - The Impact of ADHD on Stress Response and Emotional Dysregulation 00:12:06 - Understanding the Challenges of ADHD 00:13:56 - Managing ADHD Symptoms 00:15:40 - Reminders and Alarms for ADHD Management 00:17:22 - Using reminders for better organization 00:19:01 - Transitioning and Implications for Organization 00:20:47 - Managing Restlessness and Fidgetiness in ADHD 00:22:40 - Strategies for staying focused with ADHD 00:24:30 - Strategies for Managing Impulsivity in ADHD 00:26:14 - Managing Communication Challenges in ADHD 00:27:52 - Triggers and Mistakes: Understanding ADHD 00:29:33 - Helping with ADHD Motivation 00:31:09 - The Importance of Organizing and Avoiding Loss 00:

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction and Disclaimer 00:02:01 - The Role of Microorganisms in Mental Health 00:04:00 - The Limitations of Antidepressants and Addressing the Root Cause 00:06:04 - The Influence of the Gut Microbiome on Neurotransmitters 00:08:24 - The Importance of Balancing Gut Bacteria 00:10:37 - The Impact of Chronic Stress on Gut Microbiome 00:13:00 - Impact of gut microbiome on autism symptoms 00:15:19 - The Impact of Substance Use on Gut Health 00:17:39 - Gut Inflammation and Permeability 00:19:55 - The Gut Microbiome and Stress 00:22:15 - The Importance of a Healthy Gut 00:24:48 - Shelf life and efficacy of dietary supplements 00:27:10 - Leaky Gut Syndrome and Inflammatory Toxins 00:29:23 - The Gut-Brain Connection and Mood Disorders 00:31:51 - The Connection Between Gut Microbiome and Mood Disorders 00:34:10 - The Impact of Nutrition on Mental Health 00:36:22 - The Impact of Nutrient-Rich Foods on Depression Risk 00:38:41 - The Effects of Vitamin C on Depression 00:41:06 - The Role of Lacto

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Signs of Trauma in Children and the Importance of Behavior as Communication 00:00:52 - Understanding Trauma Responses 00:01:53 - Lost Appetite as a Sign of Trauma 00:02:45 - Behavioral changes in traumatized children 00:03:38 - Children's Fear of Monsters and Bedtime Refusal 00:04:31 - Behavioral Indications of Stress and Fear 00:05:28 - Trauma and Dysregulation 00:06:29 - Physiological changes in children's brains 00:07:32 - Staying Safe and Protecting Yourself 00:08:33 - Symptoms of Trauma and ADHD 00:09:29 - The Significance of Perfectionism in Children 00:10:20 - Environmental Sensitivity and Isolation 00:11:22 - Recognizing the Impact of Trauma on Children's Behavior and Relationships 00:12:16 - Defiance as a Form of Communication 00:13:17 - Supporting Practical Tools for Everybody 00:14:09 - Possible Explanations for Children's Behaviors 00:15:05 - Vision and Hearing Issues 00:16:01 - Effects of Change on Children 00:16:59 - Recognizing Trauma in Children 00:17:55 - Empowering Child

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Being in a Relationship with Someone With Depression 00:01:15 - Identifying Triggers and Vulnerabilities 00:02:38 - Triggers and Irritability in Depression 00:03:50 - Mitigating irritability and vulnerability to triggers 00:05:07 - Vulnerabilities in Sleep Patterns 00:06:22 - The Impact of Sleep on Mental Health 00:07:37 - The Impact of Exhaustion on Daily Activities 00:08:58 - The Effects of Depression on Physical Activity 00:10:20 - Grounding activities for managing depression 00:11:44 - The Feeling of Ungodness in Depression 00:13:02 - Symptoms of Depression 00:14:21 - Motivation and Depression 00:15:39 - Getting Help for Suicidal Thoughts 00:16:51 - Suicidal Thoughts and Exaggerated Thinking 00:18:13 - Validating Feelings of Overwhelm and the End of the World 00:19:27 - The Impact on Caregivers and Loved Ones 00:20:42 - Dealing with Irritability in Relationships 00:21:53 - Taking Care of Yourself to Support Others 00:23:09 - Supporting a Restless Loved One with Depression 00:24:19 - S

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Enhancing Mental and Physical Health through Lifestyle Interventions 00:02:35 - The Impact of Gonadal Hormone Imbalances on Mood 00:05:07 - Anxiety and Autoimmune Disorders 00:07:48 - The Relationship Between Hypothyroidism and Depression 00:10:29 - The Perception of Threat in Modern News Media 00:13:16 - The Impact of Stress on Mental Health in Adults and Children 00:15:36 - Helping Children Understand Media Messages 00:18:07 - The Impact of Negative News on Emotional Responses 00:20:43 - Negative Effects of Social Media 00:23:18 - The Impact of Social Media on FOMO and Depression 00:25:42 - The Interactive Nature of Social Media 00:28:19 - The Cycle of Sleep Disruption 00:30:49 - Sleep Apnea and its Effects on Sleep 00:33:30 - Managing Sleep Disturbances due to Noise Exposure 00:36:08 - Dealing with Noise at Night 00:38:43 - Effects of Alcohol on the Body 00:41:20 - The Effects of Dietary Stimulants on the Body 00:43:56 - Educating about Cortisol Resistance and HPA Axis Dysregulation 00

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Introduction to Snap T: Strengths, Needs, Attitudes, Preferences, and Temperament in Goal Setting and Recovery 00:02:27 - Understanding Temperament and Personality 00:05:13 - Understanding Temperament and Communication Styles 00:07:44 - Characteristics of Introverts 00:10:13 - Understanding the Introvert and Extrovert Needs in Goal Setting and Recovery 00:12:46 - Processing Information: Sensors vs Intuitors 00:15:19 - The Intuiter vs The Sensor 00:17:53 - The Motivation of Thinkers and Feelers 00:20:40 - Motivation: Thinkers vs Feelers 00:23:15 - Differences between Judgers and Perceivers 00:25:51 - Motivation and spontaneity in recovery 00:28:22 - Understanding Strengths and Learning Styles 00:30:54 - Finding What Works for You 00:33:29 - Daily Living Assistance 00:36:05 - Meeting Physical and Emotional Needs for Goal Achievement 00:38:37 - Understanding the individual's condition and intervention needs 00:41:20 - Considering Environment and Safety Preferences 00:44:08 - Learning Styles

Chapters: 00:00:00 - The Causes and Prevention of Infidelity 00:01:03 - Different Types of Infidelity 00:02:10 - Emotional Attachment and Social Infidelity 00:03:19 - Different Types of Infidelity 00:04:31 - Preventing Infidelity in Relationships 00:05:31 - Effective Communication in Relationships 00:06:39 - Two-way Street in Relationships 00:07:50 - Opening Lines of Communication about Sexual Preferences 00:08:56 - Keeping Excitement Alive in Relationships 00:10:02 - Nurturing a Exciting Relationship 00:11:11 - The Importance of Avoiding Mundane Vortexes 00:12:15 - Insecurity in Relationships 00:13:22 - Being Present and Communicating with Your Significant Other 00:14:29 - Discussing the temptation of seizing opportunities 00:15:27 - Infidelity and Low Self-Esteem 00:16:31 - Fear of Rejection and Low Self-esteem in Relationships 00:17:37 - Reasons for Infidelity: Midlife Crisis and Insecure Attachment 00:18:40 - Building Secure Attachments and Meeting Needs 00:19:52 - Addressing the Underlying Causes of Depr

Chapters: 00:00:00 - Mindfulness for Collective Anxiety 00:01:00 - Developing Collective Beliefs 00:02:16 - The Borg and the Hive Mind 00:03:28 - Confirmation Bias and Balanced Perspective 00:04:43 - How Media Creates a Hive Mind 00:06:04 - The Effects of Algorithms on News Feeds 00:07:20 - The Influence of Clickbait Headlines 00:08:36 - The Impact of Media Consumption on Perception 00:09:50 - Recognizing the Inevitable Suckiness of Life 00:11:06 - The Reality of Violence in Communities 00:12:23 - The Complexities of Cannabis Legislation 00:13:38 - The Importance of Seeing the Whole Picture 00:14:52 - The Development of Collective Anxiety 00:15:57 - The Impact of Media on Anxiety 00:17:14 - Influence of Media Messages 00:18:34 - The Pressure to Conform and Stay Online 00:19:52 - People Can Change Their Opinions 00:20:54 - Cannabis Legislation and its Direct Impact 00:22:03 - Defining Your Rich and Meaningful Life with Media 00:23:17 - Having a Need-Based Purpose Online 00:24:29 - Arguing the Other Side: Encou